The Distracted Dreamer
Get ready to confidently and unapologetically go after dreams! Welcome to The Distracted Dreamer Podcast.
Today is the day you’re going to pull your dreams off the shelf and bring them to the forefront of your life. You are never too tired, too busy, too old, too young, too anything to pursue your dreams.
Imagine… the joy and excitement of doing what lights you up. Your dreams are yours. No one gets to take them from you and no one gets to chase them - except you. Your dreams are there to guide you, to inspire you and to show you that yes, there is something more in store for you.
You see, the size of your dreams don’t matter - it could be running a marathon, reading a book series, perfecting that family recipe, traveling the world, or learning to dance.
I’m Carlene Bauwens, entrepreneur, Life Coach and now host of The Distracted Dreamer podcast. I’m here to show you how to kick distraction to the curb and grab hold of your dreams. Your happiness matters. You have a big, beautiful, amazing life to live. And you've only got one of them. Welcome to the Distracted Dreamer Podcast.
The Distracted Dreamer
#24: Own Your Day, Part 1: 4 Morning Habits that Boost Energy, Focus and Motivation
Let’s be real—most of us are sabotaging our day before our feet even hit the floor in the morning. 😬 In this episode, I’m breaking down why that happens and exactly how to fix it with four powerful morning shifts that will help you take back control of your time, your energy, and your life.
This is Part 1 of my 3-part Own Your Day series, and we’re starting with the foundation: how to control your mornings.
I’ll walk you through the four most common ways we unknowingly drain our focus and motivation before 8 AM—and how to shift into a morning routine that actually supports your goals and dreams.
We’re diving into the science of dopamine (yes, your brain’s motivation molecule!), decision fatigue, the real cost of hitting snooze, and why checking your phone first thing might be the sneaky habit that’s keeping you stuck in overwhelm.
Whether you're building a business, chasing a creative dream, juggling work and family, or just trying to feel more centered each day—these habits are for you. No fancy routines, no rigid 5 AM alarms, just small, doable changes that can lead to big improvements in your ability to do what you set out to do every day.
If you’ve been ending your days feeling scattered, unproductive, or wondering where your time went—this is your invitation to try a new way. You don’t need more time. You just need to own your day. Let’s start with your morning.
00:00 Introduction to the Distracted Dreamer Podcast
00:48 The Importance of Owning Your Day
02:23 Three Steps to Own Your Day
02:45 Step One: Control Your Morning
06:02 The Science Behind Morning Habits
06:27 Common Self-Sabotaging Morning Habits
08:54 The Impact of Technology on Dopamine
15:00 Practical Tips to Control Your Morning
21:56 Summary and Next Steps
24:57 Conclusion and Legal Disclaimer
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